Hadrian's Wall Path

Immerse yourself in history and walk the Hadrian’s Wall Path National Trail. This is a fascinating and rewarding walk from coast to coast alongside one of Britain’s Iconic landmarks. Hadrian’s Wall is Europe’s largest surviving Roman monument and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Opened in 2003 the Hadrian’s Wall Path follows the course of the Roman barrier closely along the entire length and is one of Britain’s most popular long distance walks. The Hadrian’s Wall Path starts in the vibrant city of Newcastle and takes you through the landscapes of Northumberland and then on to Cumbria, finishing at the mouth of the River Solway amidst the outstanding natural beauty of the Solway Firth. You will be constantly amazed by the ingenuity and determination of the Romans in their quest to control this far-flung corner of their vast empire. The wall is punctuated by regular forts, milecastles and turrets as well as museums and visitor centres to assist you in your journey of discovery. Not forgetting of course that you will be walking through some of the wildest and most beautiful scenery that England has to offer. 

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Hiking route · United Kingdom
Wallsend to Heddon-on-the-Wall
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 25.2 km
Duration 6:00 h
Ascent 174 m
Descent 59 m

Kickstart your epic Hadrian’s Wall Adventure with the first day that is distinctly lacking Hadrian’s Wall! (few sections survived Newcastle’s ...

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Hiking route · United Kingdom
Heddon-on-the-Wall to Corbridge
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 20.6 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 140 m
Descent 244 m

Much of this walk parallels the B6318 or ‘Military Road’ for the simple reason that this road was built directly on top of Hadrian’s Wall.

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Hiking route · United Kingdom
Corbridge to Chollerford
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 16.9 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 240 m
Descent 221 m

Begin with an uphill climb to rejoin the Hadrian’s Wall Path, and then continue west beside the Military Road, discovering increasing evidence and ...

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Hiking route · United Kingdom
Chollerford to Once Brewed
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 20.5 km
Duration 6:00 h
Ascent 416 m
Descent 255 m

Today, lots of sections of surviving wall are combined with stunning landscapes, to result in one of the most dramatic,  exciting and challenging ...

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Hiking route · United Kingdom
Once Brewed to Gilsland
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 15.1 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 237 m
Descent 335 m

Today’s route between Once Brewed and Gilsland includes the highest point of the Hadrian’s Wall Path and some of the more intact sections of ...

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Hiking route · United Kingdom
Gilsland to Haytongate
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 9.7 km
Duration 2:45 h
Ascent 115 m
Descent 143 m

Walk from Gilsland to Haytongate through a striking and well-preserved section of Hadrian’s Wall, punctuated by turrets and milecastles.

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recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 4.9 km
Duration 1:15 h
Ascent 63 m
Descent 83 m

The is a supplemented route for those that are staying in Brampton and wish to directly walk off the official path to Brampton town centre.

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Hiking route · United Kingdom
Haytongate to Bousted Hill
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 35.9 km
Duration 8:30 h
Ascent 66 m
Descent 152 m

This walk enjoys a lot of variety, starting in rolling hills, following the sweeping River Eden through Carlisle, and finishing on the Bowness ...

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Hiking route · United Kingdom
Bousted Hill to Bowness-on-Solway
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 10.1 km
Duration 2:15 h
Ascent 21 m
Descent 26 m

The final few kilometres of the Hadrian’s Wall Path cut across the marshland and finish in Bowness, facing out to Scotland across the Solway Estuary.

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